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posted on May 28, 2009
"Connecting you with a World of Ideas: highlights of the Vancouver Public Library's vision report."
The library is on the cusp of a renaissance. The stage is set for the library to seize the opportunity. Our society is morphing from a knowledge-based economy to one where creativity is going to be a driving force; the library can and should be part of that. Gregor Robertson, Mayor of Vancouver
More than ever before, quality library services are essential in our community. The Vancouver Public Library Board is developing a strategic plan in 2009 to seize future opportunities and meet the challenges of today. The ongoing process will conclude this summer. Read highlights of the Vancouver Public Library's vision report - a foundational document that captures the complex nature of evolving library services.
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posted on May 04, 2009
Celebrated Vancouver poet Brad Cran is the city's second poet laureate. Mayor Gregor Robertson made the announcment at a meeting of City Council. Mr. Cran is a poet, essayist and photographer who is a long-time contributing editor to Geist magazine and has twice curated the fabulously popular Poetry Bash at the Vancouver International Writers Festival.
posted on May 04, 2009
